DUT Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment

27/05/2026

For Dr Nomihla Ndlela, graduating with a PhD is far more than an academic milestone, it is the culmination of resilience, purpose, and an unwavering commitment to transforming communities through engineering.

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For Dr Nomihla Ndlela, graduating with a PhD is far more than an academic milestone, it is the culmination of resilience, purpose and an unwavering commitment to transforming communities through engineering. At just 31 years old, Ndlela, a lecturer in the Electrical Engineering Department at Durban

26/05/2026

She was conferred with her doctorate during the university’s Autumn Graduation ceremony held at the Olive Convention Centre in Durban on Friday.

25/05/2026

From lecture halls to graduation halls 🎓

Session 2 of the DUT Autumn Graduation 2026 celebrated the achievements of graduates from Electrical Power Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering and Geomatics.

It was more than a graduation, it was a celebration of resilience, innovation and the courage to keep building towards the future.

25/05/2026

The Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment proudly celebrated Session 2 graduates whose determination and dedication led to this unforgettable milestone.

Congratulations to the Class of 2025 from Electrical Power Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering and Geomatics.

Your next adventure starts now because the journey continues🎓

24/05/2026

22 May Session 1 graduates as they officially stepped into a new chapter filled with purpose, innovation and opportunity.

Congratulations to our graduates from Chemical Engineering, Pulp and Paper Technology, CMQS and Urban and Regional Planning-your story is only beginning because the journey continues.



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Session 1 of the DUT Autumn Graduation 2026 celebrated the achievements of our graduates from Chemical Engineering, Pulp and Paper Technology, Construction M...

24/05/2026

23/05/2026

Celebrating Excellence at the Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment Graduation

As we honour the incredible achievements of our graduates, we were privileged to meet some of the exceptional individuals and their families who are crossed the stage with remarkable academic milestones from Doctorates to Masters, Honours and Bachelor's Degrees, including Cum Laude and Dean's Merit awards.

Meet a few of our inspiring graduates:
- Dr Nomihla Ndlela: Awarded a Doctor of Engineering in Electrical Power Engineering, representing the highest level of academic achievement.

- Tawananyasha Diane Hwata: Earning his Bachelor of the Built Environment in Urban and Regional Planning with Cum Laude and a Deans Merit for Academic Excellence.

- Nandi Chonco: Graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering Technology Honours in Electrical Power Engineering with a Cum Laude accolade.

- Sameul Mchunu: Completing a Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering, with Cum Laude accolade.

We are proud to celebrate each of you as future leaders, innovators and trailblazers.

Your hard work, dedication and excellence inspire us all. Congratulations, Class of 2025.

Full Episodes will be uploaded on the faculty YouTube channel.

22/05/2026

This morning we celebrate Session 1 of the DUT Autumn Graduation 2026 🎓

The Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment looks forward to honouring graduates from:
▪️ Chemical Engineering
▪️ Pulp and Paper Technology
▪️ Construction Management and Quantity Surveying
▪️ Urban and Regional Planning

Your dedication and hard work have led to this incredible milestone. Congratulations in advance, graduates!

22/05/2026

Caps flew, cameras flashed and dreams turned into degrees 🎓

Session 3 of the DUT Autumn Graduation 2026 was a celebration of resilience, growth and unforgettable moments as our graduates from Electronic and Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering and Architecture officially stepped into their next chapter.

The late nights, challenges and sacrifices were all part of the journey and the journey continues.

Congratulations, Class of 2025. The future is yours to build.